The 8th grade graduation ceremony will be this evening at 6:00, in the new Ewing Black Box Theater at the back of the MLK building. Students should arrive between 5:30 and 5:45, dressed nicely (no shorts, flip-flops, or T-shirts.) The ceremony will last about 1/2 hour.

First Annual Summer Book Swap (MLK building)

Thank you to everyone who brought in books for the swap! We have exceeded our goal and are excited to share these books with our students tomorrow at Field Day!

We hope to make this an annual event, so please keep us in mind next time you want to donate used children’s books. We plan to collect books for next year’s event throughout next year.

We have compiled a list of local summer reading programs for you to consider.

Bookmarks Summer Reading Program

Read the appropriate number of books for your grade and complete a written or visual response. All books on the book list are available to check out through the Forsyth County Public Libraries.

Turn in your completed entries by August 30th and receive a free book at the Bookmarks Festival on September 9th.

BONUS: The school with the most participation will receive free books for their school library! Help us win by participating!

Bookmarks Grand Opening (independent bookstore & new headquarters) will take place on July 8th.

More information/calendar of events: http://www.bookmarksnc.org/summer-reading-2017

Forsyth County Public Libraries Summer Reading Program

BIG BANG BOOM! will kick-off Summer Reading on June 9th at Bailey Park in Innovation Quarter.

Participants are encouraged to read as many age-appropriate books as possible June 9- July 31.

All of the library locations have an array of special programs for children, teens, and adults. We aim to make summer a great time, not only to read, but to enjoy music, magic shows, author visits and many entertaining programs at the Library. Make plans to join the fun!

Keep an eye out for the re-opening of Central branch library this summer in downtown!

More information/calendar of events/reading lists: http://www.forsyth.cc/Library/summerreading

Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program

The Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program is here to help you on your way, encouraging you to read books of your own choosing and earn a FREE book, simply by following these three easy steps:

Read any eight books this summer and record them in your Summer Reading Journal. Tell us which part of the book is your favorite, and why.
2. Bring your completed journal to a Barnes & Noble store between May 16th and September 5th, 2017.
3. Choose your FREE reading adventure from the book list featured on the back of the journal.

More information/reading journals available at: www.BN.com/summerreading

More information/reading journals available at: www.brightleafbookshop.com

K-Kids Officers for 2017-2018

Congratulations to our K-Kids Officers for 2017-18:

President: Sadie Blalock

Vice-President: Bella Leab

Secretary: Cedar Nichols-Barnhart

Treasurer: Byron Jamerson

Yearbooks and Class Pictures

Yearbooks and Class Pictures are still available for purchase in both buildings at the front desks. Yearbooks are $20 and Class Pictures are $10. Quantities are limited.

End of Year Checklist

Pick up medications from the front office

Be sure all fees and lunch balances are paid

Let us know if you will not be returning to ABS next year. If your child is transferring to another school, please let us know where to send your child’s records by emailing Stephanie LeFever – slefever@artsbasedschool.com

Friday, June 2nd is the last day of school. Early dismissal.

Mr. Wilbur’s Music Camp

There are still a few spots open for the July 17 music camp. Contact Ms. Wise in the front office or Mr. Wilbur at pwilbur@artsbasedschool.com